Program Manager and Product Owner @ Shuttle9ja

• Oct 2022 - Present

• Spearheaded agile methodologies to lead cross-functional teams, achieving on-time feature delivery and exceptional outcomes.• Excelled in managing the product lifecycle from conception to deployment, streamlining product design and achieving a user-friendly interface.• Led front-end development, successfully integrating with back-end APIs for an optimized user experience.• Utilized data analytics to enhance user experiences, achieving personalized travel recommendations.

Program Manager and Strategist @ Trakka

• Jan 2022 - Present

• Demonstrated strong leadership in managing cross-functional teams, achieving a 40% increase in customer base within 12 months.• Utilized leadership skills to implement performance management systems, leading to a 30% improvement in program predictability.• Led process optimization initiatives, enhancing program predictability and efficiency, and proactively identifying and mitigating risks to ensure smooth execution across multiple organizational levels.• Implemented risk management strategies, achieving significant risk reduction and smooth execution across teams and programs. Show less

Program Manager - Global Tech Immersion Programs [GTIP]

• Sep 2016 - Present

• Pioneered and executed tech immersion programs, empowering undergraduate students through trips to global tech hubs including Dubai, Berlin, Munich, and Silicon Valley.• Forged strategic partnerships with industry leaders such as X (formerly Twitter), DTEC, Facebook, Google, Amazon Web Services, and 42 Berlin to provide immersive experiences.• Orchestrated end-to-end planning and execution of knowledge acquisition trips, enhancing the educational experience through global exposure.• Achieved impactful outcomes, including job placements at leading tech companies like Google, Facebook, and Amazon, as well as the formation of startups and key industry partnerships. Show less

Member, Babcock University Research Council

• Feb 2021 - Present

Program Manager | Coordinator, Department of Computer Science Postgraduate Studies

• Sep 2020 - Present

• Led the digitalization initiative, enabling distance learning and improving operational efficiency by 70% within 8 months.• Excelled in managing the product lifecycle from conception to deployment, streamlining product design, and achieving a user-friendly interface.• Excelled in curriculum design, improving learning outcomes through specialized curricula and interdisciplinary research, boosting student confidence, and promoting innovative achievements.• Developed optimized protocols, accelerating student program completion rates by 75%. Show less

Senior Lecturer & Researcher

• Oct 2011 - Present

• Led research initiatives in Machine Learning and Biomedical Informatics, contributing to field advancements.• Excelled in instructional design, balancing classroom learning with disruptive business processes.• Achieved consistent A+ performance ratings based on student and supervisor appraisals.• Supervised projects for final-year undergraduate students and thesis for postgraduate students, ensuring high-quality outcomes.

Program Manager | Coordinator - BUCC

• Sep 2016 - Dec 2020

• Transformed and repositioned the student association, achieving unparalleled influence and student engagement through strategic programs.• Elevated the association's digital presence with a website and robust social media strategy, becoming the most visible group on and off campus.• Led innovative events such as hackathons and software exhibitions, fostering student entrepreneurship and attracting investor interest.• Earned multiple commendations and a solid reputation for exceptional leadership, mentoring students and graduates into roles at leading tech companies. Show less

Assistant Coordinator

• Jan 2012 - Aug 2016